Morning, everyone!
I'm 38 years old with a current BMI of 41. The lap band is covered by my insurance, Aetna PPO NAP. I can prove 2 years of obesity, inlcuding previous BMIs between 35.0 - 37.5.
Do I still have to prove comorbidities because of the lower BMIs even though now my BMI is over 40 (just recently by the way)? Any opinions/experience?
I have hypertenstion (153/98) but it's untreated. My PCP doesn't seem concerned about it but he is supportive of my pursuit of the band. Should I ask him to put me on meds? I've had a lot headaches in the last few months and wonder if the BP is the cause. If he puts me on meds and my hypertension resolves...then it doesn't count as a comorbidity, right?
Thanks for any help. Been waiting 2 weeks trying to get an appt with my chosen surgeon.
Kathy